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Dr. Lee Swanstrom, MD

Dr. Lee Swanstrom, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Lee Swanstrom, MD is a general surgeon in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center and Providence Portland Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

4805 NE Glisan St Portland, OR 97213

Make an Appointment

(503) 281-0561

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Swanstrom is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center Portland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Swanstrom's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Swanstrom

3.4
15 ratings, 5 with a written review
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He did a fundoplication redo for me. Tricky business, cleaning up someone else's screw up, but he was excellent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 30, 2019
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Dr. Swanstrom is an amazing compassionate Dr. I am so thankful to have him do my GI surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 24, 2019
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Dr. Swanstrom ordered over $1,200 in tests before I had even had an appointment with him. This is not appropriate at all. His front office staff (administrative support) try unsuccessfully to answer medical questions you have. They are never able to get you in touch with a nurse or medical assistant who is able to answer Medical questions. I would not recommend Dr. Swanstrom or his office to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Vancouver, WA – Nov 16, 2017
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Dr. Swanstrom literally saved my stomach in 2011 when it was questionable about whether it should be saved. It had closed due to adhesion from several previous surgeries and he spent 2 hours on separating the tissue. What should have been 4-6 hours turned into 8.5 hours. He did a fabulous job! I am thankful that he was available to take my case on more than one occasion.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Corvallis, OR – Jul 19, 2017
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Dr. Swanstrom was removing my adrenal gland. He was surrounded by acolytes and seemed minimally involved. During the surgery, someone slashed through my splenic artery. I nearly bled to death and woke up. He performed an emergency entry, paralyzing the abdominal muscles on my left side. While I was still unconscious, he went out and told my wife I was going to die. The post surgical report was written in the third person so it was impossible to tell who actually did the surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 others found this helpful
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Tom M. in Portland, Oregon – Aug 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

While one can not promise perfection, I do feel that my patients deserve the very best. I always strive to achieve positive outcomes by providing the best surgery, individually tailored to each persons needs. I specialize in advanced surgical techniques,...read more

biography

Dr. Swanstrom graduated from Creighton University in Omaha, NE. He later completed his internship and residency in general surgery at Emanual Hospital and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). Dr. Swanstrom finished his fellowship in surgical...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • University Of Colorado At Denver

    Undergraduate School, 1983

  • Creighton University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
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Locations

Practice

Office4805 NE Glisan St Portland, OR 97213
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Practice

Office847 NE 19th Ave Ste 300 Portland, OR 97232
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

    1015 NW 22nd Ave
    Portland, OR 97210
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Providence Portland Medical Center

    4805 NE Glisan St
    Portland, OR 97213
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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